Portable bed with attachable tent

ABSTRACT

A system is also presented, comprising a portable bed and an attachable tent. The portable bed may include a mat for insulating a user from the ground. The bed may also include a pillow portion coupled to the mat. Additionally, the bed may include attachable bedding coupled to the mat, the attached bedding being attachable to the mat by an attachment mechanism. Also, the bed may include a first attachment point coupled to the mat, the first attachment point. In an embodiment, the attachable tent may include a cover comprising a layer of material configured to define a sleeping space. The tent may include a support structure configured to support the cover. Also, the tent may include a second attachment point configured to attach the attachable tent to the portable bed by engaging with the first attachment point.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional PatentApplication Ser. No. 62/105,397, filed 20 Jan. 2015, which is entitled“Clever Bed,” and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No.62/154,803, filed 30 Apr. 2015, which is entitled “Clever Bed,” both ofwhich are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

FIELD

This disclosure relates generally to camping and recreational equipment,and more specifically, to a portable bed with an attachable tent.

BACKGROUND

Sportsmen and vacationers often use portable mats or mattresses forsleeping or relaxing. Common mats come in many varieties, such as beachmats, camping mats, play mats, or the like. A mat is typically a layerof foam, sometimes with a protective covering to prevent damage to themat foam. Portable mattresses are typically thicker than a mat, and areoften inflatable. For example, many portable mattresses includeinflatable bladders which are filled with air, and then plugged toretain a layer of air between the ground and the user. Some mats arealso inflatable, or self-inflating. A self-inflating mat generallyincludes a layer of compressible material, such as foam, within thebladder. When a valve is opened, the foam expands and draws air into thebladder. Once inflated, the valve is closed and the air is retainedwithin the bladder.

Because of the portability of most portable mats or mattresses, they aregenerally small relative to a typical mattress. When sleeping on a mat,campers generally use a sleeping back to stay warm. Unfortunately,because of the size of the mat, many users wake to find that they have,at least partially, moved off of the mat during sleep. As a result, theuser is often cold or uncomfortable during the night. Also, thisarrangement requires a camper to separately pack and carry a portablemat, sleeping bag, and pillow. If the camper forgets any of these, thenhe or she must do without for the night.

A further problem with camping is the pitching and setup of tents.Often, campers must pitch a tent, which may include several componentsincluding poles, stakes, and a rain fly. Then, the user must put all ofthe bed components into the tent and try to make the bed inside thetent. This is problematic for several reasons. First, tents aretypically rather small, so it can be difficult to inflate a mat ormattress, and set up a bed within the tent. Second, most tents have anintegrated bottom, which is not removable. Because of this, tents maybecome dirty during the process of putting all of the bed componentsinside. To prevent water from seeping in, most tent bottoms are raised,and therefore it can be difficult to clean out a tent once it has becomedirty. For these and other reasons, the embodiments described belowrepresent a significant improvement over prior camping beds and tents.

SUMMARY

Embodiments of a portable bed with attachable tent are described. In anembodiment, the portable bed may include a mat for insulating a userfrom the ground. Additionally, the portable bed may include a pillowportion coupled to the mat. In a further embodiment, the portable bedmay include attachable bedding coupled to the mat, the attached beddingbeing attachable to the mat by an attachment mechanism.

In an embodiment, the portable bed may include an attachment point forattaching an attachable tent to the portable bed. The attachment pointmay further include an attachment strap. The attachment strap may beadjustable. In a further embodiment, the attachment strap include aneyelet configured to receive an attachment point of an attachable tent.

In an embodiment, the mat may include a bottom sheet and a top sheet,the bottom sheet and the top sheet being attached together.Additionally, the mat may include a self-inflating foam mattressdisposed between the top sheet and the bottom sheet. Also, the mat mayinclude a self-inflating foam pillow block disposed between the topsheet and the bottom sheet. In one embodiment, the mat may include acomfort foam layer disposed between the top sheet and the bottom sheet.Also, the mat may include an inflation valve coupled to at least one ofthe top sheet and the bottom sheet. In a further embodiment, the mat mayinclude an attachment point further comprises a zipper for zipping thebedding to the mat.

An embodiment of an attachable tent for attachment to a portable bed isdescribed. In an embodiment, the attachable tent may include a covercomprising a layer of material configured to define a sleeping space.Also, the tent may include a support structure configured to support thecover. The tent may also include an attachment point configured toattach the attachable tent to the portable bed.

In a further embodiment, the support structure further includes a tentpole. In such an embodiment, the attachment point further includes andexposed end of the tent pole configured to engage an eyelet in a secondattachment point coupled to the portable bed.

A system is also presented, comprising a portable bed and an attachabletent. The portable bed may include a mat for insulating a user from theground. The bed may also include a pillow portion coupled to the mat.Additionally, the bed may include attachable bedding coupled to the mat,the attached bedding being attachable to the mat by an attachmentmechanism. Also, the bed may include a first attachment point coupled tothe mat, the first attachment point. In an embodiment, the attachabletent may include a cover comprising a layer of material configured todefine a sleeping space. The tent may include a support structureconfigured to support the cover. Also, the tent may include a secondattachment point configured to attach the attachable tent to theportable bed by engaging with the first attachment point.

In an embodiment, the first attachment point further comprises a strapcoupled to the mat. The strap may further include an eyelet. Also, thesupport structure may further comprise a tent pole. In one embodiment,the second attachment point further comprises an exposed portion of thetent pole. In such an embodiment, the exposed portion of the tent poleis further configured to engage with the eyelet, thereby attaching theattachable tent to the portable bed.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The following drawings form part of the present specification and areincluded to further demonstrate certain aspects of the presentinvention. The invention may be better understood by reference to one ormore of these drawings in combination with the detailed description ofspecific embodiments presented herein.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed with an attachable tent with detail views of attachmentpoints.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent.

FIG. 3 is a perspective cutaway view diagram illustrating one embodimentof an attachable tent.

FIG. 4 is a left side view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent.

FIG. 5 is a right side view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent.

FIG. 6 is a front view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent.

FIG. 7 is a top view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent.

FIG. 8 is a base view diagram illustrating an underside of an attachabletent.

FIG. 9 is a top perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment ofa portable bed with a detail view of an attachment point.

FIG. 10 is a bottom perspective view diagram illustrating one embodimentof a portable bed with a detailed view of an attachment point and adetailed view of an attachment mechanism.

FIG. 11 is a top view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 12 is a bottom view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

FIG. 13 a side view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 14 is a back view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 15 is a front view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

FIG. 16 is a perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

FIG. 17 is a top view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 18 is a bottom view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

FIG. 19 a side view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 21 is a back view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed.

FIG. 21 is a front view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

FIG. 22 is a perspective exploded view diagram illustrating oneembodiment of a portable bed.

FIG. 23 is a side exploded view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Various features and advantageous details are explained more fully withreference to the non-limiting embodiments that are illustrated in theaccompanying drawings and detailed in the following description.Descriptions of well-known starting materials, processing techniques,components, and equipment are omitted so as not to unnecessarily obscurethe invention in detail. It should be understood, however, that thedetailed description and the specific examples, while indicatingembodiments of the invention, are given by way of illustration only, andnot by way of limitation. Various substitutions, modifications,additions, and/or rearrangements within the spirit and/or scope of theunderlying inventive concept will become apparent to those skilled inthe art from this disclosure.

The present embodiments include embodiments of portable beds withattachable tents. In an embodiment, the portable bed may include a mat.The mat may be inflatable or self-inflating. The mat may also include anintegral pillow portion. In an embodiment, the mat may further includeattachable bedding. In still a further embodiment, the mat may includeone or more attachment points for attaching a tent to the mat. The tentmay be configured to attach to the attachment points and cover the bed.In some embodiments, the tent may include a flap for attaching the tentto the bed, thereby preventing moisture and pests from entering thetent. The tent may include a door in some embodiments. In furtherembodiments, the tent may include additional features, including by notlimited to windows, window covers, hangers for lights and accessories,pouches, and the like.

Beneficially, the present embodiments enable a user to easily set up anready-made bed, that includes a mat, a pillow, and bedding. Set up anddeployment of the bed may be easier than prior camping or recreationbeds, particularly when used in conjunction with embodiments of anattachable tent. For example, the bed may be completely set up first,and then the tent portion may be attached, thereby eliminating the dirtthat is typically introduced to the dent during bed setup. Further, thebed may be set up in open space, and then the tent may be attached,rather than requiring setup of the bed within the cramped space of atent. These and other benefits and advantages over the prior art willbecome apparent as in the following description of the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed 104 with an attachable tent 102 with detail views ofattachment points 106, 108. In an embodiment, the portable bed 104 mayinclude a mat and attached bedding as described further with respect toFIGS. 9 and 17 below. The attachable tent 102 may include one or morefirst attachment points 106. In an embodiment, the first attachmentpoints 106 may comprise pegs configured to be inserted into one or moresecond attachment points connected to the portable bed 104. In such anembodiment, the second attachment points 108 may be adjustable straps112 having eyelets 110 configured to receive the first attachment points106, as illustrated in the detail callout portions of FIG. 1. In someembodiments, the first attachment points 106 may be ends of tent polesused to erect the tent 102. Alternatively, the first attachment pointsmay be pins, hooks, catches, or the like. Although the portable bed 104and attachable tent 102 are shown together in the embodiment of FIG. 1,one of ordinary skill will appreciate that the portable bed 104 may beprovided separately from the attachable tent 102. Indeed, as a matter ofproduct sourcing or retail distribution, the portable bed 104 and theattachable tent 102 may be manufactured, distributed, sold, or usedseparately.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment of anattachable tent 102. In an embodiment, the attachable tent 102 includesa first door flap 202 and a second door flap 204 with a fastener 206,such as a zipper for closing the first door flap 202 and the second doorflap 204 together. In an alternative embodiment, only a single door flapmay be provided, with a fastener 206 for fastening the door flap closedto the body of the tent 102. Additionally, the attachable tent 102 mayinclude one or more window openings 208. In some embodiments, the windowopenings 208 may include a window covering 210, such as a flap, a meshscreen, or the like. In some embodiments, a strap 212 may be provided tohold the window covering 210 in an open position. In certain furtherembodiments, the tent 102 may include a fastener for fastening thewindow covering 210 in a closed position. Fasteners may include loop andtoggles, buttons, hood and loop strips, zippers, or the like. Asdescribed above, the tent 102 may further include attachment points 106for attaching the attachable tent 102 of the portable bed 104.

FIG. 3 is a perspective cutaway view diagram illustrating one embodimentof an attachable tent 102. As shown, a space is provided inside of thetent for a user to sleep or sit within the tent on the portable bed 104.In an embodiment, the tent 102 may include one or more internal pouches302 for holding various items. In some embodiments, the pouch may bemade of a mesh material, such as nylon mesh to be easily cleanable.Additionally, the tent 102 may include one or more pole sleeves 304 forretaining tent poles in position. In addition, the tent 102 may includea hanger 306 for hanging various items, such as lights, insect nets,etc.

FIGS. 4-8 illustrate various views of an embodiment the tent 102. Thetent 102 be manufactured from various fabrics and materials, includingnylon, polyester, canvas, etc. One of ordinary skill will recognizevarious materials that are suitable for use according to the presentembodiments. FIG. 4 is a left side view diagram illustrating anembodiment of the tent 102. FIG. 5 is a right side view diagramillustrating an embodiment of the tent 102. FIG. 6 is a is a front viewdiagram illustrating an embodiment of the tent 102. The illustrations ofFIGS. 4-6 designate a “side” or “end” of the tent, and include certainfeatures, such as the door on the left side and the window on the frontend, but one of ordinary skill will recognize that these features may beplaced on any of the ends or sides without limitation, and dependingupon design preference and configuration. Placement of a particularfeature on any side or end is not intended to be limiting.

FIG. 7 is a top view diagram illustrating an embodiment of theattachable tent 102. FIG. 8 is a base view diagram illustrating anunderside or interior of the attachable tent 102. As illustrated, thetent may include a first pole 802 and a second pole 804 in a cross-poleconfiguration. One of ordinary skill will recognize a variety of poleconfigurations which may be equally suitable for use in the presentembodiments. For example, in an alternative embodiment, the tent 102 mayinclude a total of four poles, two in a cross configuration over themiddle and two in an parallel configuration over the ends. Additionally,the embodiment of FIG. 8 illustrates the hanger 306, which may be usedfor handing accessories, such as lights, lanterns, insect nets, etc.

FIG. 9 is a top perspective view diagram illustrating one embodiment ofa portable bed 104 with a detail view of an attachment point 108. In anembodiment, the portable bed 104 may include a mat 902, an attachedpillow 904, and attached bedding 906. In some embodiments, the pillow904 may include foam or batting disposed within a liner. Alternatively,the pillow 904 may be inflatable. In some embodiments, the pillow 904may be self-inflatable through a self-inflation valve, and may alsoinclude a filler such as foam or batting for expanding the pillow whenthe self-inflation valve is open. Similarly, the mat 902 may comprise adurable liner, made from fabric such as canvas, nylon, polyester, or thelike. The mat 902 may additionally include a filler such as EthyleneVinyl Acetate (EVA) foam, memory foam, or the like. In an embodiment,the attachable bedding 906 may include a top-sheet, an under-sheet, acomforter, or a sleeping-bag style bedding. The bedding may include anattachment mechanism, such as a zipper, snaps, hooks or loops, toggles,hook and loop strips, etc. The bedding may be fabricated from a varietyof textile types, including for example, cotton, polyester, rayon, fiberblends, etc. The bedding may include multiple layers, including outerlayers that are waterproof, inner insulation layers, or soft layers fornear-skin contact. Although the embodiments of FIGS. 9-16 illustrate theportable bed with integrated or attached attachment points 108, one ofordinary skill will recognize that alternative embodiments may notinclude attachment points 108, or attachment points 108 may be removedfor use of the portable bed 104 independent of the attachable tent 102as shown in the embodiments of FIGS. 17-23.

Advantages of a portable bed 104 with attached bedding 906 include costsavings. Indeed, half of the material of a standard sleeping bag may beeliminated when an attachable cover is used. Additionally, theattachable bedding may be interchangeable to provide a variety ofcustomization options, which may enhance appeal to potential customers,and provide a stream of add-on revenues. Further, the variety of optionsfor the attached bedding 906 provide for modification of the portablebed 104 for use in a variety of conditions, such as light weightconfigurations for portability, heavyweight fills for extra warmth,girls designs, boys designs, waterproof options for use in inclementweather, etc.

FIG. 10 is a bottom perspective view diagram illustrating one embodimentof a portable bed 104 with a detailed view of an attachment point 108and a detailed view of an attachment mechanism 1004 for attaching thebedding 906 to the mat 902. In a further embodiment, the bed 104 mayhave a bottom liner 1002 comprised of a material suitable for protectingthe bed from dirt or damage. For example, the bottom liner 1002 mayinclude a layer that is thicker than other layers of the bed. In someembodiments, the bottom liner 1002 may include 2-10 millimeter thickplastic, vinyl, or the like. In one such embodiment, tarp material maybe used for the bottom liner 1002.

FIGS. 11-15 illustrated multiple views of an embodiment of the bed 104.FIG. 11 is a top view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed 104. FIG. 12 is a bottom view diagram illustrating one embodiment ofa portable bed 104. FIG. 13 a side view diagram illustrating oneembodiment of a portable bed 104. FIG. 14 is a back view diagramillustrating one embodiment of a portable bed 104. FIG. 15 is a frontview diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portable bed 104.

FIG. 16 is a perspective view diagram illustrating another embodiment ofa mat. In such an embodiment, the mat 902 may be integrated with thepillow 904. Additionally, one or more connection points 108 havingeyelets 110 for receiving mating connection points 106 from the tent 102may be included, as shown in the detail portion of FIG. 16. In thedescribed embodiment, the connection points may include straps or tabs,but the straps may not be adjustable, as in the embodiments of FIGS.9-15. FIGS. 22-23 illustrates various layers that may be included in theembodiment of FIG. 16.

FIG. 17 is a top view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed 104. In an embodiment, the bed 104 may include attachable bedding906 coupled to the mat 903. In an embodiment, the bedding may include abottom layer 1702 and a top layer 1704. In some embodiments, the toplayer 1704 may include an outer layer 1706 and a liner 1708. The linermay be soft to the touch, and include materials such as polyesterpongee, or the like. In some embodiments, the bed 104 may besubstantially rectangular in shape. In other embodiments, the bed 104may be configured in a close-fitting mummy-style profile. In a furtherembodiment, the embodiment of FIG. 17 may include an inflation valve1710 for inflating at least one of the mat 902 or the pillow 904. Theinflation valve 1710 may be configured to receive an inflation pump.Alternatively, the inflation valve 1710 may be configured to allowself-inflation of the mat 902.

FIGS. 18-21 illustrate various views of the portable bed 104. FIG. 18 isa bottom view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portable bed 104.FIG. 19 a side view diagram illustrating one embodiment of a portablebed 104. FIG. 21 is a back view diagram illustrating one embodiment of aportable bed 104. FIG. 21 is a front view diagram illustrating oneembodiment of a portable bed 104.

FIG. 22 is a perspective exploded view diagram illustrating oneembodiment of a portable bed 104. In an embodiment, the bed 104 mayinclude attachable bedding 906. In an embodiment, the pillow 904 and mat902 may include several layers. For example, the mat 902 may include abase sheet 2212 and a self-inflating foam mattress 2210. The pillowportion 902 may be formed of a self-inflating foam block 2208. In someembodiments, a memory foam topper 2206 may be added for additionalcomfort. In still further embodiments a top sheet 2204 may be provided.In some embodiments, the top sheet 2204 may be attached to the bottomsheet 2212. For example, the sheets may be glued, thermal welded, orotherwise joined. The inflation valve 1710 may be attached to allowinflation of the pillow block 2208 and the self-inflating pad 2210. Infurther embodiments, the attachable bedding 906 may be attached to anouter protective layer 2202. FIG. 23 is a side exploded view diagramillustrating one embodiment of a portable bed 104, which furtherillustrates the layers provided in the embodiment of FIG. 22.

In an embodiment, the bottom sheet 2212 and top sheet 2204 may comprisePVC coated polyester. In an embodiment the memory foam layer 2206 may bea 1 cm thick layer. The pillow block 2208 may be 7 cm thick. The foammattress 2210 may be 3 cm thick. The bedding 906 may be comprised ofvarious materials, including for example, polyester with hollow fiberfilling, down/feather fill, or other insulating materials.

Although the invention(s) is/are described herein with reference tospecific embodiments, various modifications and changes can be madewithout departing from the scope of the present invention(s), as setforth in the claims below. Accordingly, the specification and figuresare to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense,and all such modifications are intended to be included within the scopeof the present invention(s). Any benefits, advantages, or solutions toproblems that are described herein with regard to specific embodimentsare not intended to be construed as a critical, required, or essentialfeature or element of any or all the claims.

Unless stated otherwise, terms such as “first” and “second” are used toarbitrarily distinguish between the elements such terms describe. Thus,these terms are not necessarily intended to indicate temporal or otherprioritization of such elements. The terms “coupled” or “operablycoupled” are defined as connected, although not necessarily directly,and not necessarily mechanically. The terms “a” and “an” are defined asone or more unless stated otherwise. The terms “comprise” (and any formof comprise, such as “comprises” and “comprising”), “have” (and any formof have, such as “has” and “having”), “include” (and any form ofinclude, such as “includes” and “including”) and “contain” (and any formof contain, such as “contains” and “containing”) are open-ended linkingverbs. As a result, a system, device, or apparatus that “comprises,”“has,” “includes” or “contains” one or more elements possesses those oneor more elements but is not limited to possessing only those one or moreelements. Similarly, a method or process that “comprises,” “has,”“includes” or “contains” one or more operations possesses those one ormore operations but is not limited to possessing only those one or moreoperations.

1. A portable bed, comprising: a mat for insulating a user from theground; a pillow portion coupled to the mat; and attachable beddingcoupled to the mat, the attached bedding being attachable to the mat byan attachment mechanism.
 2. The portable bed of claim 1, furthercomprising an attachment point for attaching an attachable tent to theportable bed.
 3. The portable bed of claim 2, wherein attachment pointfurther comprises an attachment strap.
 4. The portable bed of claim 3,wherein the attachment strap is adjustable.
 5. The portable bed of claim3, wherein the attachment strap comprises an eyelet configured toreceive an attachment point of an attachable tent.
 6. The portable bedof claim 1, further comprising a bottom sheet and a top sheet, thebottom sheet and the top sheet being attached together.
 7. The portablebed of claim 5, further comprising a self-inflating foam mattressdisposed between the top sheet and the bottom sheet.
 8. The portable bedof claim 5, further comprising a self-inflating foam pillow blockdisposed between the top sheet and the bottom sheet.
 9. The portable bedof claim 5, further comprising a comfort foam layer disposed between thetop sheet and the bottom sheet.
 10. The portable bed of claim 5, furthercomprising an inflation valve coupled to at least one of the top sheetand the bottom sheet.
 11. The portable bed of claim 5, furthercomprising an attachment point further comprises a zipper for sippingthe bedding to the mat.
 12. An attachable tent for attachment to aportable bed, the attachable tent comprising: a cover comprising a layerof material configured to define a sleeping space; a support structureconfigured to support the cover; and an attachment point configured toattach the attachable tent to the portable bed.
 13. The attachable tentof claim 12, wherein the support structure further comprises a tentpole.
 14. The attachable tent of claim 13, wherein the attachment pointfurther comprises an exposed end of the tent pole configured to engagean eyelet in a second attachment point coupled to the portable bed. 15.A system comprising: a portable bed comprising: a mat for insulating auser from the ground; a pillow portion coupled to the mat; attachablebedding coupled to the mat, the attached bedding being attachable to themat by an attachment mechanism; and a first attachment point coupled tothe mat, the first attachment point. an attachable tent configured to becoupled of the portable bed, the attachable tent comprising: a covercomprising a layer of material configured to define a sleeping space; asupport structure configured to support the cover; and a secondattachment point configured to attach the attachable tent to theportable bed by engaging with the first attachment point.
 16. The systemof claim 15, wherein the first attachment point further comprises astrap coupled to the mat.
 17. The system of claim 16, wherein the strapfurther comprises an eyelet.
 18. The system of claim 17, wherein thesupport structure further comprises a tent pole.
 19. The system of claim18, wherein the second attachment point further comprises an exposedportion of the tent pole.
 20. The system of claim 19, wherein theexposed portion of the tent pole is further configured to engage withthe eyelet, thereby attaching the attachable tent to the portable bed.